Keratin masks for hair restoration are very popular recently, but often, their restoring effect is slightly overestimated. The fact is that the prolonged use of such funds can lead to hair loss, and therefore you need to use them very carefully. We will talk about this in this article: what is the use of keratin hair care products, where does the benefit end and harm begins and what you should know when using keratin masks.
The benefits of keratin
- Tangled hair - straightened by keratin
- Passes the effect of electrified hair
- Mirror shine of hair appears
- Keratin fills the voids in the hair and seals the split ends
Harm keratin
- The effect of straightening is achieved by weighting the hair
- If used for too long, the hair begins to fall out due to its severity
- All positive effects are temporary and disappear when you stop using keratin.
In reasonable amounts, keratin will certainly heal your hair by enriching it with such an essential protein. If everything is done correctly, then very soon the results will be visible. How soon you can observe them depends on your choice of cosmetics. The fastest result (instant) is achieved using professional cosmetics by the master. You will get the second speed result by purchasing branded keratin products. And finally, the longest result will have to wait when using home hair products.
Professional applying keratin is good because the master, looking at your hair, can evaluate whether you really need this procedure, select the right proportions and use the best compositions for your hair.
Brand masks The good thing is that this is a more budget option and having a large selection of creatine products on the market, you can choose a mask for any pocket.
Concerning homemade masks, then its undoubted advantages in the naturalness of the composition. If branded and professional products often include formaldehyde, perfumes, dyes, and other chemical additives, then the home mask will only contain what you put there.
Contraindications
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- Oily hair (weighting in this case will play against you)
- Sores / cuts / scratches on the scalp (may develop into inflammation or suppuration)
- Hair loss
- Apolecia
- During pregnancy and lactation, it is better to use home remedies.
- Individual intolerance to mask components
- Allergic reactions (usually occur on drugs with chemical components, since kerotene itself does not cause allergies)
Advice
- It is recommended to apply keratin masks 1 time per week, not more than 10 weeks. At the first sign of hair loss, you should stop using keratin.
- Do not use keratin masks with keratin shampoo - it's overkill
- Before the course, it is recommended to seal the ends of the hair with a hot scissor
- Read the instructions carefully, most masks need to be washed off with warm water (in the case of home masks, they should all be washed off)
- Distribute the mask evenly along the length of the hair without applying it to the roots. Do not wrap your head when the mask is working
Folk recipes
the safest keratin masks are those made by yourself. Only in this way can you be sure that the benefits of the mask will exceed the possible harm, because you put all the components in it yourself.
- Beat 2 chicken eggs and mix with 2 tablespoons of honey. Bring to the desired consistency with milk. Hold for 15-20 minutes.
- Just mix kefir with yogurt, milk or yogurt. This mask can be left all night.
- Pears, apples and pineapples are fruits that contain keratin. Any of them can be crushed in a blender or mixed, if desired, and used as a mask. If the mass is too thick, just dilute it with milk.
- Pour gelatin powder with warm milk and mix thoroughly in a proportion of 1/5 and leave to swell (you can add milk if the mask comes out too thick). Do not apply mask to roots, keep for 30 minutes.
Strengthen your hair with keratin hair masks and do not put it off for later. Choose the option that is right for you and carefully read all the recommendations.
